Amanda Barchard
Government Of Canada
Vancouver,BC
1
Language
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Passionate Creative Director with over twenty years of work experience developing, producing and executing special projects for companies and organizations across various industries. A poised, service minded brand ambassador, highly motivated to create memorable experiences for guests, improve client satisfaction and create repeat business.
Work History
Census Enumerator
3 Months- Explained census questions clearly to residents and helped gather complete information during visits.
- Verified household details against assigned records before submitting completed forms to supervisors.
- Maintained respectful communication with residents while collecting information in varied neighborhood settings.
- Documented responses carefully and escalated unclear cases for review when information required confirmation.
Creative Director
5 Years 5 Months- Track 50+ weekly orders through Shopify across online sales and pop-up market transactions.
- Manage brand development, positioning, and day-to-day operations for a part-time e-commerce retail business.
- Build and maintain the website, keeping product pages, navigation, and store content current.
- Support sales and customer service for online shoppers and in-person customers at pop-up markets.
- Handle accounting, logistics, and inventory coordination for kimono cardigan sourcing and event sales.
- Create marketing materials and social media content using Canva to support seasonal promotions.
Special Projects Assistant
3 Years 8 Months- Supported MPP Michael Prue and his private member's bill concerning tip theft in Ontario as a prominent public advocate
- Provided information to members in parliament regarding standard tipping procedures and expectations in the province
- Participated in a press conference at Queens Park exposing loopholes in the law, allowing for tip theft in the province
- Succeeded in passing with royal assent, Bill 12, the 'Protecting Employees' Tips Act.'
Blogger
6 Months- Developed and produced a popular sports blog and Twitter personality for Toronto Blue Jays Fans, "Blue Jays Road Chick: Stories from the Stands.'
- Travelled throughout the United States, attending games and interviewing fans, writing engaging content and live tweets from the games, handling all personal travel logistics
- Conducted live interviews on CBC and CTV news, featured in various online and print media
- Voted one of the best Blue Jays Content creators by Yahoo Sports
Hospitality Trainer
1 Year 1 Month- Developed and executed a 15-week hospitality training course spanning all hotel departments.
- Trained and evaluated 150 employees on a rotating schedule.
- Maintained 20 teaching hours/week while supporting ongoing staff development across the property.
- Improved employee performance and guest satisfaction through structured, department-wide training.
Production Coordinator
1 Year 7 Months- Scouted filming locations and identified suitable sites that matched production needs and schedule constraints.
- Led content research and developed story material to support two reality television productions.
- Wrote and edited scripts for two reality TV shows, strengthening pacing, clarity, and episode continuity.
- Contributed creative content that supported production development and kept deliverables aligned with show direction.
Elementary School Teacher
1 Year 4 Months- Developed the inaugural Drama program for elementary aged students, building structured, creative lessons and performance-based activities.
- Delivered engaging instruction in English, Math, Science, Art, and Drama within a bilingual primary school setting.
Flight Attendant
10 Months- Completed a one-month intensive flight attendant training course instructed in French to prepare for onboard service and safety duties.
- Managed flights as In-Charge, coordinating up to 6 crew members during service, safety, and passenger support.
- Supported 250 passengers per flight with attentive, bilingual service while maintaining calm, organized cabin operations.
- Maintained professionalism under pressure while balancing service needs, safety requirements and flight coordination tasks.
Sales Assistant
2 Years- Sold corporate and leisure group packages, supporting revenue generation and client relationship building.
- Negotiated contract terms and organized menus for group bookings at attractions and dining in the 360 revolving restaurant.
- Led site visits and tours
- Supported the PR and Marketing departments with special projects and live event coordination like the CN Tower Charity Stair Climb and music concerts (Sarah McLaughlin, SARS Fest)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and English Literature
Skills
Canva
Microsoft Office
Google Suite
MacOS
Shopify
Jonas
WordPress
Squarespace
E-Commerce
Digital Marketing
Google Analytics
Fluent in French
Skills
French
Certification
Certification in Teaching English as a Second Language
Personal Information
Title: Seeking long-term, rewarding & meaningful work in Vancouver, BC
Timeline
Census Enumerator
Government Of Canada
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Creative Director
Wrecked Kimono
03.2020 - 08.2025Read More
Blogger
Toronto Blue Jays
04.2015 - 10.2015Read More
Special Projects Assistant
Ontario NDP
04.2013 - 12.2016Read More
Hospitality Trainer
Shangri-La Hotel
03.2011 - 04.2012Read More
Production Coordinator
Media Headquarters
01.2008 - 08.2009Read More
Elementary School Teacher
Lad Prao Bilingual School
04.2005 - 08.2006Read More
Flight Attendant
Jetsgo Airlines
05.2004 - 03.2005Read More
Sales Assistant
CN Tower
05.2002 - 05.2004Read More
York University
Bachelor of Arts from Theatre and English Literature
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